Your alcohol-server certificate isn’t a “set-it-and-forget-it” licence, most states require renewal every 2 to 4 years. Failing to renew on time can invalidate Safe-Harbor protections and put both you and your employer at risk of fines or job loss.
This guide tells you when your state credential expires, how to renew it in one sitting, and where to start the official $9 recertification course at SSC® SellerServerClasses.
Certificate Validity & Renewal Windows (All 50 States)
| State | Program / Acronym | Valid For | Renewal Status |
| Alabama* | Responsible Vendor | 3 years | Not Required |
| Alaska | TAP | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| Arizona | Title 4 Training | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| Arkansas | Responsible Vendor | 3 years | Renew Now → |
| California | RBS | 3 years | Renew Now → |
| Colorado* | Responsible Vendor | 3 years | Not Required |
| Connecticut* | Server Education | 3 years | Not Required |
| Delaware* | Server Training | 4 years | Not Required |
| District of Columbia | ABRA Alcohol Training | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| Florida* | Responsible Vendor | 3 years | Renew Now → |
| Georgia* | Responsible Vendor | 3 years | Not Required |
| Hawaii | Alcohol Server Permit | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| Idaho* | Seller Training | 3 years | Not Required |
| Illinois | BASSET | 3 years | Renew Now → |
| Indiana | Server Permit | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| Iowa* | RVP | 3 years | Not Required |
| Kansas* | Seller Training | 3 years | Not Required |
| Kentucky* | STAR | 3 years | Not Required |
| Louisiana | ATC Bar Card | 4 years | Renew Now → |
| Maine | Server Education | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| Maryland | County Programs | 2–4 years | Not Required |
| Massachusetts* | Safe Service | 3 years | Not Required |
| Michigan | Server Training | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| Minnesota* | Seller Training | 3 years | Not Required |
| Mississippi* | Server Training | 3 years | Not Required |
| Missouri* | Server Education | 3 years | Not Required |
| Montana | RASS | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| Nebraska* | Seller Training | 3 years | Not Required |
| Nevada | TAM / Awareness | 4 years | Coming Soon |
| New Hampshire | Server Training | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| New Jersey* | Responsible Vendor | 2 years | Renew Now → |
| New Mexico | Server Permit | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| New York* | ATAP | 3 years | Renew Now → |
| North Carolina | RASP | 3 years | Renew Now → |
| North Dakota* | Server Training | 3 years | Not Required |
| Ohio* | Responsible Vendor | 3 years | Renew Now → |
| Oklahoma | ABLE | 3 years | Renew Now → |
| Oregon | OLCC Permit | 5 years | Coming Soon |
| Pennsylvania | RAMP | 2 years | Coming Soon |
| Rhode Island | Server Permit | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| South Carolina | ABC Server Permit | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| South Dakota* | Server Training | 4 years | Not Required |
| Tennessee | Server Permit | 5 years | Coming Soon |
| Texas | TABC | 2 years | Renew Now → |
| Utah | DABS | 3 years | Renew Now → |
| Vermont | Server Training | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| Virginia* | Seller Training | 3 years | Not Required |
| Washington | MAST 12/13 | 5 years | Coming Soon |
| West Virginia | Server Training | 3 years | Coming Soon |
| Wisconsin | RBS | 2 years | Renew Now → |
| Wyoming* | Seller Training | 3 years | Not Required |
*Voluntary programs: renewal keeps Safe-Harbor benefits and boosts employability.
3-Step Renewal Checklist
- Check Your Expiry Date
- Look at the bottom of your certificate or wallet card.
- Set a calendar reminder 60 days before that date.
- Enroll in the Recertification Course
- Choose your state from the table above or the Ultimate State Guide.
- Complete your selected course 100% online.
- Download & File Your New Certificate
- Instant download or p
- Hand a copy to HR/management to update compliance logs.
Renewal FAQ
Can I renew before my card expires?
Yes. Most states let you renew up to 60 days early, any remaining validity rolls over.
What if I missed the deadline?
You must stop serving alcohol immediately and complete the same course again. Your new certificate will reset the validity period.
Bulk Renewals for Employers
Need to recertify an entire team? Use our Employer Toolkit for:
- Bulk code purchase (10% discount on 5+ seats)
- Staff progress dashboard
- Auto-reminders 60 days before staff certificates expire
Your certificate expiring soon? Renew in one sitting, starting at $9 and 100% online.
Find Your State →Rules current as of . Always confirm with your state alcohol authority.
SSC® SellerServerClasses is an approved or accepted provider in every “Available” state listed.